The Chargers left tackle is inactive for Monday night's division tilt with the Broncos due to a groin strain. Unrafted rookie Michael Harris will start in his place.

Gaither missed the first three weeks of the season with a back injury suffered July 28. He played the past two games but injured his groin Oct. 7 on the Chargers offense's third-to-last snap against the Saints.

With the bye week upcoming, he'll have extra time to recover before the Bolts face the Browns on Oct. 28.

Running back Curtis Brinkley is active in Gaither's place.

San Diego is going heavy at the position, also suiting up Ryan Mathews, Jackie Battle, Ronnie Brown and fullback Le'Ron McClain.